Is ARIA Resort & Casino worth it? Honest pros and cons
Yes—ARIA Resort & Casino is worth it for travelers who want a large, modern Strip hotel with many dining options, an extensive casino, and a highly rated spa; it’s less compelling if you want a budget stay or need shuttle service to the airport. Expect a full-service Vegas experience with mandatory resort fees and a 21+ check-in policy for the reservation holder.
In this guide
Location & getting there
ARIA sits on the Las Vegas Strip at 3730 Las Vegas Blvd. South inside the CityCenter complex, within easy walking distance of The Shops at Crystals, Bellagio and The Cosmopolitan. Its central Strip location makes it convenient for shows, restaurants, and adjacent attractions.
There’s no hotel airport shuttle; guests usually take taxis or rideshare from Harry Reid International Airport. A free Aria Express tram links ARIA/CityCenter with Park MGM, Crystals and Bellagio/Vdara for nearby transfers and connections.
- Address: 3730 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, NV 89158
- No airport shuttle; taxis/rideshare are typical
- Free Aria Express tram serves nearby stops
| Nearby landmark | Typical walk / note |
|---|---|
| The Shops at Crystals | Short walk (a few minutes) |
| Bellagio Fountains / Conservatory | Walkable (several minutes) |
| T-Mobile Arena / Dolby Live | Close—short walk or short ride |
Rooms & suites — what to expect
ARIA has thousands of rooms across multiple towers and a wide range of room types from standard Deluxe options to multi-room suites and penthouses. Room design is modern and many units offer Strip or city views.
If you want specific configurations or perks, book by room type name: Deluxe Strip View Room, Deluxe Room, Restore Deluxe Room, Deluxe with Strip View Room, Sky Suites One Bedroom Penthouse - Strip View, Sky Suites One Bedroom - Mountain View Room, Corner Suite, Corner Suite Strip View, Corner Suite Panoramic View, Center Tower Suite - Strip View, Executive Hospitality Tower Suite, and Tower Suite.
- Deluxe options: Deluxe Room, Deluxe Strip View Room, Deluxe with Strip View Room, Restore Deluxe Room
- Suites & penthouses: Corner Suite series, Center Tower Suite - Strip View, Executive Hospitality Tower Suite, Sky Suites One Bedroom Penthouse - Strip View, Sky Suites One Bedroom - Mountain View Room
- Many rooms have large windows with city/Strip views; Sky Suites tower has exclusive Sky Pool access for Sky Suites guests
| Room type | Example bed options |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Strip View Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Sky Suites One Bedroom Penthouse - Strip View | 1 King Bed |
| Center Tower Suite - Strip View | 2 Queen Beds |
Dining — lots of choices, varying prices
ARIA offers about 13–14 on-site restaurants ranging from casual food-hall and café options to high-end signature dining. Notable venues include Carbone, Jean Georges Steakhouse, Din Tai Fung, Javier’s, Bardot Brasserie and CATCH.
Expect to pay more at signature restaurants; casual options like Proper Eats Food Hall, Moneyline Pizza and Bar, Posh Burger, Wexler’s Deli and ARIA Patisserie provide lower-cost alternatives. ARIA Patisserie operates 24/7 for late-night items.
- Fine dining: Carbone, Jean Georges Steakhouse, CATCH
- Casual / quick: Proper Eats Food Hall, Moneyline Pizza & Bar, Posh Burger, ARIA Patisserie (24/7)
- On-site bars and lounges include Gem Bar (24/7, 21+), Lobby Bar, Lift Bar, and temporary ALIBI casino-floor options
| Restaurant | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Carbone | Dinner (evening service) |
| Bardot Brasserie | Brunch & Dinner (select days) |
| Din Tai Fung | Steamed dumplings / dinner (hours vary) |
Pools, spa and wellness
Hotel guests receive complimentary access to three ellipse-shaped outdoor pools and three hot tubs; there is also a Sky Pool that is exclusive to Sky Suites tower guests. Pool hours and cabana availability are seasonal and can change.
The Spa & Salon at ARIA is an 80,000-square-foot facility with a Forbes Five-Star rating and a long list of amenities (Shio salt room, ganbanyoku hot stone beds, therapy pool, fireside lounge). Spa treatments require bookings and a 20% service charge is added to treatments.
- Main pool deck: family-friendly and adults sections; children under 14 must be supervised
- LIQUID Pool Lounge: 21+ reservation-only dayclub (seasonal) with ID required
- Spa hours: daily 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM; minimum age for spa use is 18
| Amenity | Notes |
|---|---|
| Pools | Three outdoor pools + three hot tubs; guest access complimentary |
| LIQUID Pool Lounge | 21+ dayclub; reservation required (seasonal) |
| Spa & Salon at ARIA | 80,000 sq ft; Forbes Five-Star; 20% service charge on treatments |
Casino, nightlife and entertainment
ARIA includes a large casino floor and VIP gaming rooms. The resort also houses JEWEL nightclub and multiple bars and lounges for a range of nightlife moods from relaxed drinks to club nights.
Expect typical casino noise and crowds in public casino-level areas; restaurants and bars on the casino floor (for example, Javier’s) are also lively. Gem Bar operates 24/7 for late-night cocktails for guests 21 and older.
- Casino: roughly 150,000 sq ft of gaming space with slots and VIP rooms
- Nightclub: JEWEL nightclub (large-floor venue)
- Bars: Gem Bar (24/7, 21+), Lobby Bar, Lift Bar, Baccarat Lounge
| Venue | Typical age restriction |
|---|---|
| Casino floor | 21+ for gaming areas (guests under 21 may be on property but cannot gamble) |
| JEWEL nightclub | 21+ |
| Gem Bar | 21+ |
Practical details: fees, parking and policies
ARIA charges a mandatory daily resort fee (approximately $62.36) that includes in-room Wi‑Fi, unlimited calls, boarding-pass printing, digital newspapers/magazines and Cardio Center access. Parking and some fitness/spa extras are additional.
The reservation holder must be at least 21 to check in; all guests are charged as adults for occupancy purposes. Cash is not accepted for room charges at the property—credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB, UnionPay) are accepted; debit cards are generally not accepted.
- Check-in: starts at 3:00 PM (express check-in available); check-out: 11:00 AM
- Resort fee: approximately $62.36 per night (mandatory)
- Parking: self-parking and valet available (fees apply); Nevada residents may have limited complimentary self-parking time
| Item | Quick detail |
|---|---|
| Check-in / Check-out | Check-in 3:00 PM; check-out 11:00 AM |
| Resort fee | Approximately $62.36 per night |
| Parking | Self-parking and valet available for a fee |
